The US will provide Ukraine with advanced weapons for F-16 fighter jets, including air-to-ground and air-to-air missiles, to support the country in its conflict with Russia. Russian forces have captured a settlement in eastern Ukraine, while Ukrainian military strikes have targeted Russian oil depots. Despite ongoing attacks on power stations, Ukraine has seen improvements in its energy situation. The Ukrainian government is seeking international support, with the invitation of the Chinese foreign minister for a visit. In Belarus, a German man sentenced to death for alleged espionage on behalf of Ukraine has been pardoned by President Alexander Lukashenko. Meanwhile, Russian lawmakers have passed a bill allowing businesses to use cryptocurrencies in international trade to bypass western sanctions. This news comes in the midst of intense fighting between Ukrainian and Russian forces, highlighting the importance of international support for Ukraine in its efforts to defend its sovereignty.
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